Octavia Shaw
Vance
Summary
Dynamic Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Dorchester County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs. Expert in client advocacy and behavior monitoring, successfully enhancing client independence and well-being. Skilled in medication administration and staff training, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes effective care and support for individuals with disabilities.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Dorchester County Board of Disabilities and Specia
Summerville
06.2000 - Current
- Assisted individuals with disabilities in daily living activities and personal care.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Trained new staff on best practices for supporting individuals with disabilities.
- Advocated for clients' rights and needs within the local community resources.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
Substitute Teacher
Orangeburg County Consolidated School Distrist 3
Holly Hill
09.1993 - 01.1996
- Implemented lesson plans provided by full-time teachers in various subjects.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
- Communicated effectively with students and staff to address classroom needs.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Supervised students during lunch and recess to ensure safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate attendance records and reported student progress as needed.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
Education
Associate of Science - Massage Therapist
Miller-Motte Technical College
SC06-2007
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Behavior monitoring
- Medication administration
- Care plan implementation
- Staff training
- Record keeping
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Dorchester County Board of Disabilities and Specia
06.2000 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Orangeburg County Consolidated School Distrist 3
09.1993 - 01.1996
Associate of Science - Massage Therapist
Miller-Motte Technical College
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